Feinstein commends regulation plan

The Environmental Protection Agency has determined that greenhouse gas emissions pose a threat to public health and safety, and has proposed a plan to regulate large industrial and commercial facilities under the Clean Air Act.

On Thursday, California Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein said she supports the EPA's actions to require that the nation's largest stationary emitters -- responsible for roughly 70 percent of America's carbon footprint -- take appropriate steps to contain the emissions and improve energy efficiency, according to a news release from Feinstein's office.

"Those who recognize that the Earth is in jeopardy, that global warming is real and that the climate is warming more quickly than anticipated, understand the urgent need to take action," Feinstein said.

"Hopefully, this will encourage the Senate to pass a comprehensive climate change bill quickly. If it does not, the Obama administration should be commended for having the courage to protect our environment and our earth."